Why Real Ceremonial Cacao Blocks Have Swirls and Blotches

We occasionally get questions about the appearance of our ceremonial cacao blocks.

People sometimes wonder about the blotches, swirls, and circles that can appear. Actually, that's the way it's supposed to look! 

Europeans invented tempering to make an even appearance and texture, but that's literally a colonial practice.

It's part of our mission to be true cacao allies and contribute to decolonization. That means celebrating the natural appearance of authentic ceremonial cacao. 

After watching this video, check out our FAQ page for more answers to the most common questions we get. Or visit our Online Shop to have some shipped to your doorstep.

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